Day: October 7, 2025

Stockholm: The Royal Swedish Academy of Sciences announced the winners of this year’s Nobel Prize in Physics, honoring three American scientists — John Clarke, Michael Devoret, and John Martinis — for their groundbreaking experiments in quantum mechanics. The trio has been recognized for pioneering work that demonstrates quantum mechanical effects in macroscopic electrical circuits, a development that could significantly advance quantum computing, quantum sensors, and other emerging technologies. Traditionally, the principles of quantum mechanics apply only to microscopic particles such as electrons. However, Clarke, Devoret, and Martinis successfully showcased quantum…

New Delhi: India carries a “special responsibility” in the global artificial intelligence (AI) arena, particularly as nations of the Global South look to it for inspiration, External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar said on Monday. Speaking at the Trust and Safety India Festival 2025 in New Delhi, Jaishankar highlighted India’s role in shaping digital public infrastructure and underscored the nation’s decade-long progress in governance, public service delivery, and technological innovation. He noted that India’s experiences are increasingly influencing discussions on AI worldwide. “India bears a special responsibility because many other nations…

Washington, D.C. — South Korea’s newly appointed ambassador to the United States, Kang Kyung-wha, pledged on Monday to further deepen the long-standing alliance between Seoul and Washington, describing it as the cornerstone of President Lee Jae Myung’s “pragmatic diplomacy.” Speaking at her inauguration ceremony at the Korean Embassy in Washington, Ambassador Kang underscored that the South Korea–U.S. partnership remains central to Seoul’s foreign policy approach. Earlier in the day, she presented her diplomatic credentials to Monica Crowley, the U.S. Chief of Protocol at the State Department, officially marking the start…

Washington: In a quiet yet striking move, Netflix has unveiled the first episode of its new and unconventional docu-series Famous Last Words, featuring the final recorded conversations of notable figures before their passing. The debut episode centers on the legendary British primatologist Dr. Jane Goodall, marking her farewell appearance in what is now being described as one of the most unfiltered interviews of her life. Over the past several years, Netflix has reportedly been secretly filming interviews for the series, designed with a unique premise — episodes are released only…

Washington, D.C.  — As ceasefire negotiations between Israel and Hamas continue in Egypt, U.S. President Donald Trump on Monday denied claims that he told Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu to “take the win” and stop being so “f***ing negative” after Hamas partially accepted Washington’s proposal to end the war in Gaza. According to The Times of Israel, Trump rejected the allegations outright, stating, “No, it is untrue. Regarding the agreement, he has been extremely supportive.” The statement came amid multiple media reports suggesting growing tension between Trump and Netanyahu over…